About Us

We are Delmarva's original paddle boarding and windsurfing adventure company. Our credentials and certifications outshine all other local competitors. We have consistently been voted "Best Place to Stand Up Paddle" by the Beachcomber Magazine and awarded the Circle of Excellence by Trip Advisor. Collectively, Delmarva Board Sports has the highest level of credentials in the Delmarva region. Our guides are certified by the World Paddle Association, US Windsurfing, the American Canoe Association, the Academy of Surf Instructors, ABK Boardsports and Paddle Fit. Our goal is to give you and your group a great time on the water, keep you safe and share the stoke of water sports with you. Be sure to give your guide a shout when you leave that 5 star Trip Advisor or Google review. If you need to reach us, please call 302-260-9008 to book an excursion, or Book Online.

Owners

George Markopoulos, Co-Owner

George Markopoulos has been a Waterman for almost 30 years on the Delmarva, Hatteras, Florida, Kauai and on Maui. He is a sponsored team rider, an ACA (American Canoe Assocation) certified SUP Instructor, WPA Certified SUP Instructor, PaddleFit Level 2 Instructor, ASI Level 3 Certified SUP Instructor and a US Sailing Certified Windsurf Instructor. George volunteers as the Director of US Windsurfing in the Mid-Atlantic region. He is an avid lover of the wind, water and waves. All who know him know that "if it's blowin', he's goin'"...windsurfing that is.

In his prior life, George was an accountant and CPA. He earned his masters degree in International Management from the University of Maryland, but you would never know. He is definitely not the stereotypical accountant. His accounting skills sure do come in handy as he helps out with the accounting for DBSA in his spare time. George has a daughter, Kristin, who is currently going to college in Texas.

Janis Markopoulos, Co-Owner

Janis Markopoulos manages the Rehoboth Shop, the reservations desk, the beach concession, all marketing, purchasing, merchandising and special events. She is known for providing unparalleled customer service. She also provides most of the photography for George's Blog and for special events such as the Hatteras Wave Jam. Some of her best work is featured in Windsurfing International, Windsport, Windsurfing Magazine and The New England Windsurfing Journal. Janis has 25+ years of retail I.T. experience implementing retail point of sale systems, CRM systems, inventory control systems, reservation systems, social media systems and eMarketing systems such as Constant Contact eMarketing. Janis is often called a Marketing dynamo.

On cold, rainy days, you'll find Janis scrapbooking or creating newsletters for Delmarva Board Sports. She's super proud of her daughter, Lauren, who has a degree in Psychology from St. Mary's College of Maryland and is now employed with the college as their Assistant Director of Alumni Relations. Janis is an alumni of ABK Boardsports Windsurfing camp. She also serves on the board for Southern Delaware Tourism as a co-chair.

Meet Our Awesome Team!

Steve Schneider - Dock Master

Steve retired and moved to Delaware to enjoy the beach, paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking and other outdoor activities. You can expect to see him working as a dock hand down near the water with the kayaks and paddle boards or using tools to maintain and repair DBSA equipment and property. He enjoys working with customers to make sure their DBSA experience is fun and memorable!

Steve McAllister - Dock Master

This is Steve's second season as dock master. Born and raised on Delmarva, he is newly retired and excited to start this next phase of his life with us. We are just as stoked to have him! Steve is a history buff and model train enthusiast. He lives in Milford with his wife Helen, and when he's not on our beach managing the fleet, you can find him on his boat fishing in the Delaware Bay or driving groups of visitors to local wineries, breweries, meaderies and distilleries in our Brew Bus Van.

Keith Hines - Guide

Keith has been in, on, or under water for the past 20 + years as a Lifeguard, scuba diver, USCG Rescue Swimmer, body board and SUP surfer. Keith now instructs Water Safety courses for lifeguards, and guides SUP tours. Keith always believes that the water should be both fun and safe.

Carla Keister - Guide

Carla is an ACA certified kayak instructor with 20 years of experience. She is a proud graduate of the University of Alabama... Roll Tide! She has been kayaking the Rehoboth Bay for 10 years and enjoys taking her boat out with her family and three dogs. Carla is a photographer by trade and travels frequently along the Mid-Atlantic to do so. This is Carla's first summer with DBSA- welcome to the team, Carla!

Carole Seibel - SUP Yoga Instructor

Carole is beginning her second year with us as our SUP YOGA instructor. She is co-owner of Dewey Beach yoga. In addition to SUP YOGA, Carole and her partner David offer daily yoga daily in Dewey Beach at 8 a.m (Dickenson Street, oceanside). Dewey Beach yoga offers Private Classes, Drum Circle, Bachelorette & Celebration Yoga. You can follow their Facebook Page at DeweyBeachYoga.

Carin Langen - SUP Pilates Instructor

A former gymnast and dancer, Carin took up Pilates as a way to strengthen her core and promote whole-body fitness. It quickly helped her to tone and build strong, lean muscles without adding bulk. To continue her passion for Pilates, and to help others see the benefit of creating the mind body connection, she completed her instructor certification from Rock The Reformer in Washington DC, and continued on to become comprehensively trained through Balance Body. Carin has worked for several studios as an instructor, trainer and marketing consultant and has over 20 years experience in dance, movement and Pilates. She has opened Right Balance Pilates in Lewes, Delaware to bring her love of Pilates and movement to the beach area. Paddleboard Pilates is being introduced as a new offering this summer.

Brian Roberts - SUP Fishing Guide

Brian Roberts specializes in Saltwater Fly Fishing on his BOTE HD. Brian is one of the Most Successful Fishermen in the World as he has won several fishing tournaments including the 2010 White Marlin Open with his giant 97.5lb White Marlin worth $857,000! He owns and operates White Marlin Outfitters and is a trout unlimited endorsed fishing guide who specializes in saltwater fly fishing excursions.

Brian has teamed up with DELMARVA BOARD SPORTS to offer a SUP Intro to Fishing Camp each week. You will learn how to fish off your paddleboard. Take your SUP to the next level by learning to fishing off your Paddleboard!

Dimitra - SUP Yoga Instructor

Dimitra and her staff have been teaching SUP yoga for 6 years with Delmarva Board Sports. She is the owner of Dimitra Yoga, (302) 645-9100, and offers a wide range of workshops, classes, teacher training, travel adventure and festivals.

"If you'd like to try something amazing, join one of SUP yoga classes. We are all students and teachers, every day, in many ways. Yoga helps us get clear on who we are and manifest our truest selves as individuals inside our communities. If a sense of discovery is calling you to deepen your yoga experience, whether your intention is to boost your knowledge or to teach yoga to others, this unique and energized training will guide you on a path of exploration".